The Remix; The New New List

Published: March 25, 2007

Buzz is building inside the Beltway with new restaurants (Central Michel Richard and Il Mulino), a redone Park Hyatt and Kimpton's seventh D.C. boutique hotel, the Palomar -- not to mention Nancy Pelosi's chic suits.

Private collections are the new museums

The individual now trumps the institution, as art wonks rush to see major collectors' displays. The Rubells paved the way in Miami (left); next up is Alden Pinnell's conversion of a Dallas power station for his collection.

Meditation is the new yoga

Stressed-out Type A's are forgoing asanas for vacationing in silence -- spring-cleaning for the mind. Favorite retreats include the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in the Berkshires and Plum Village in France.

Mumbai is the new Shanghai

Glitterati who like a party with some authenticity are flocking to Mumbai. Rub shoulders with New India at clubs (Shiro), restaurants (Olive) and shops (Tarun Tahiliani's Ensemble). A Four Seasons opens this year.

Puebla is the new Oaxaca

The city that gave us mole sauce is heating up with a culty food scene, restored 18th-century colonial buildings and a stylish new hotel, La Purificadora.